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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 46 MIN

Purpose and Performance Ep. 12-"Not Every Suffering Is Spiritual Warfare—Some Is Spiritual Training"

from Purpose and Performance: Faith, Fitness and Athletic Integration · host Trevor and Andra Curry

What if your suffering isn't something to escape… but something God is using? In this episode of The Purpose and Performance Podcast, we challenge one of the most common beliefs in faith and personal growth—that all suffering is an attack to avoid. Instead, we unpack a powerful truth: not all suffering comes from Satan—some of it is allowed, and even assigned, by God to shape you, strengthen you, and prepare you for your purpose. Through biblical examples like Job, Joseph, Paul, Abraham, and Jesus, we explore how faith is often built through suffering, not in the absence of it. Whether you're facing adversity in your career, training, relationships, or spiritual life, this episode will help you reframe what you're going through—and respond with strength, clarity, and purpose. If you've ever asked: "Why is this happening to me?" "Is this spiritual warfare or something deeper?" "How do I stay strong in hard seasons?" This conversation is for you. 🔥 In this episode, we cover: The difference between suffering caused by a broken world vs. suffering used by God Why not all hardship is meant to be avoided Biblical examples of enduring faith through suffering How to develop resilience, discipline, and spiritual strength in adversity A mindset shift that can change how you approach pain, pressure, and growth Your suffering may not be a setback—it might be a setup for something greater.

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